School-Age Childcare Lead – Before & After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Myerstown, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Lead for its Before and After School Program at Penn-Bernville Elementary School in Bernville, Pennsylvania, for the 2026–2027 school year. The program serves school-age children ages 5–12 and follows the school calendar. The morning program runs from 7:00 AM to 8:35 AM, and the afternoon program runs from 3:20 PM to 6:30 PM. Opportunities may be available to work mornings, afternoons, or both. The position is part-time and non-exempt, with pay of $16.00 per hour.

The Lead facilitates curriculum-based activities, supports children’s safety and development, and follows applicable state, program, and host-school policies. Some positions may also perform management functions, including maintaining attendance records, registration, and staffing.

Healthy Kids Programs provides employer-paid childcare for employees’ school-age children enrolled in the program on the days and during the hours the employee works. The organization provides Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations and describes its mission as making childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following education and experience pathways: a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or human services; a bachelor’s degree with 30 credit hours in one of those fields plus one year of relevant experience; an associate’s degree in one of those fields plus two years of relevant experience; an associate’s degree with 30 credit hours in one of those fields plus three years of relevant experience; or Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials plus two years of relevant experience.
• Relevant experience includes working with school-age children in after-school programs, summer camps, classrooms, or similar settings, including planning activities, supervising groups, and supporting social-emotional and academic growth.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Pass a full background check, including fingerprinting and reference checks.
• Be medically fit to perform job duties, including having a clear TB.
• Be warm, friendly, professional, and reliable.
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Be physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities, as well as homework completion.
• Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment for children and act as a positive role model.
• Observe state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host-school policies.
• Depending on the position, perform management functions such as maintaining accurate attendance records, registration, and staffing.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for enrolled school-age children ages 5–12 during the employee’s workdays and working hours.
• Telehealth coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay, providing access to earned wages before the scheduled payday.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree